Huawei to Train 300,000 Pakistanis in IT Skills with Government Support
With backing from Pakistan’s Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Chinese telecom giant Huawei has announced plans to provide IT training to 300,000 Pakistanis.
Key Highlights of the Program:
✔ Advanced IT Training – 60,000 Pakistanis will learn cutting-edge tech skills.
✔ Basic IT Training – 240,000 participants will receive foundational digital training.
Expected Benefits for Pakistan:
→ Stronger digital infrastructure
→ Growth in IT exports
→ New job opportunities
Government’s Focus on Youth & Education:
- The initiative aligns with Pakistan’s goal to equip youth with in-demand tech skills.
- Huawei & HEC (Higher Education Commission) will introduce advanced IT courses in 15 universities nationwide.
SIFC’s Role in Boosting Telecom & Economy:
SIFC is playing a key role in attracting investment and advancing Pakistan’s telecom sector. Experts believe this project will be a major milestone in driving Pakistan’s digital economy forward.
Why This Matters:
This training program will help bridge the tech skills gap, boost IT exports, and create more employment for Pakistan’s growing workforce.
